Air Quality

Air quality is an important consideration for many developments and can play a key role in the planning process. Local authorities often require air quality assessments to support planning applications, particularly for residential, industrial, logistics, commercial, and renewable energy schemes. At Dragonfly Consulting, we provide specialist air quality consultancy to help clients understand requirements, support planning approval, and ensure compliance with relevant guidance.

We support projects from early feasibility through planning, detailed design, and post-completion, providing clear, practical advice that helps developments progress smoothly.

Air Quality Assessments

Air quality assessments are often required to evaluate the potential impact of a development on local air quality, as well as the exposure of future occupants. We carry out detailed assessments in accordance with national guidance and local authority requirements.

Our services include:

• Air quality assessments to support planning applications;
• Dispersion modelling of emissions from plant and equipment;
• Assessment of road traffic emissions;
• Baseline air quality reviews and constraints assessments; and
• Support for planning condition discharge.

Our assessments provide robust, reliable evidence to support planning and inform the design process where mitigation may be required.

Industrial and Energy Plant

Industrial, commercial, and energy developments often include combustion plant or other emission sources that require detailed assessment. We provide air quality modelling and assessment for a wide range of plant and equipment.

This includes:

• Energy centres and district heating plant;
• Combined heat and power (CHP) units;
• Standby generators and backup power systems;
• Industrial process emissions; and
• Battery energy storage and associated plant.

We work closely with project teams to ensure systems are designed and operated in compliance with relevant guidance.

Construction and Operational Monitoring

Air quality and dust can also be important considerations during construction and operation. We provide monitoring and assessment services to help manage impacts and demonstrate compliance.

Our services include:

• Construction dust risk assessments;
• Dust and air quality monitoring;
• Advice on mitigation and management measures; and
• Compliance monitoring where required.

This helps protect nearby receptors and supports compliance with planning conditions.

Planning and Environmental Support

We work closely with developers, architects, planners, and contractors to provide air quality support throughout the project lifecycle. Our services include:

• Feasibility and constraints assessments;
• Planning application support;
• Detailed technical assessments and modelling;
• Mitigation advice and design input;
• Planning condition discharge; and
• Ongoing environmental consultancy.

Our experience allows us to identify potential constraints early and provide practical solutions that support successful project delivery.

Supporting Sustainable Development

At Dragonfly Consulting, we understand the importance of managing air quality as part of the development process. Our role is to provide clear, robust assessments and practical advice that help protect air quality and support compliance.

By working closely with our clients, we help ensure developments meet regulatory requirements and progress successfully from planning through to operation.